Local landfills closing Monday due to high winds
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Two local landfills are not opening Monday due to high winds brought by a nasty winter storm. Here's what officials at the Iowa City Landfill & Recycling Center said:. Due to high winds, the Iowa City Landfill and Recycling Center will not open on Monday,...
A new study shows Cedar Rapids needs 4,558 more units by 2030. Buyers say...
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - “There’s no normal anymore in the housing market,” Drew Retz of Jerry’s Homes in Cedar Rapids said. Retz has seen the growth in demand for homes first-hand as a builder. But he said affordability is putting a cap on it. “We’ve...
This unassuming Iowa spot serves homestyle breakfasts that keep the parking lot full
Nestled in the heart of Iowa City, The Bluebird Diner is a beloved local gem that’s redefining comfort food with its homestyle breakfasts. Known for its retro vibe and updated classics, this all-day eatery has become a staple for both residents and visitors alike. The parking lot is rarely...
Winter weather causes flight delays, cancellations at Eastern Iowa Airport
Chilly temperatures, winds and snow across the nation have caused flight delays and cancellations - impacting plans for travelers at the Eastern Iowa Airport.
Cedar Rapids receives state grant for aviation technology center
Cedar Rapids is one step closer to becoming an aviation hub after receiving a state grant, though the project remains in early planning stages.
No. 23 Iowa vs. No. 14 Vanderbilt: How to watch, odds, injuries, weather, series...
Iowa is in Tampa to take on Vanderbilt in the 2025 ReliaQuest Bowl at Raymond James Stadium.
Iowa City Police Arrest Des Moines Man After Alleged OWI, Officer Assault Downtown
IOWA CITY, Iowa — Police in Iowa City say a Des Moines man is facing multiple charges after allegedly ignoring police commands not to drive while impaired and later assaulting an officer during an early-morning arrest downtown. According to an arrest report from the Iowa City Police Department, officers first...
Marion police arrest Illinois man wanted for murder
MARION, Iowa (KCRG) - The Marion Police Department has arrested a Chicago man wanted for murder in Illinois. In a post on Facebook, the department said MPD responded to a disturbance call, and the subject involved gave a fake name. Court documents said the incident happened at 1190-1 South 12th...
New Jefferson Parks and Rec Assistant Director has a Graphic Design Background
The new Jefferson Parks and Recreation Assistant Director has been very involved in the community prior to taking on her new role with the city. Lyndsey Wathen is a Cedar Rapids native and a graduate of Iowa State University with a degree in graphic design. She then received online training from the User Experience...
ReliaQuest Bowl marks special homecoming for two Iowa running backs
TAMPA – To most outsiders, the state of Florida is a tourism state. People flock to the Sunshine State to enjoy its warm climate, visit classic theme parks such as Disney World and Busch Gardens, and dip their toes in one of its legendary beaches. While a record 143 million tourists visited Florida in 2024, the state...

















